Light cycles?

[rebel750]

I am almost dont setting up the rack I just built. I am using flexwatt on the back wall for heat. Rack will be stored in closet.

My question is, do you have to use a day/night cycle with lights if using a rack system? I can accomidate if needed with a timer but was wondering if I had to use the light cycles to keep them healthy.

If it's needed do I go by what it actually is in my area for day and night or is there a specific time schedual?

[RichsBallPythons]

Nothing is needed but the natural light coming into the room already. Is the room is fairly dark during day time then some light in the room may be needed.

[rebel750]

yeah it's actually a dark closet with no windows. So maybe a single low wattage "day spectrum" bulb should suffice?

[RichsBallPythons]

you can buy cheap 18" shop lights you can hang in there and be enough for what you need.

[mpkeelee]

ya u shouldnt need anything big in there. just something big enough so they can tell the difference between day and nighttime to keep their sleep schedule straight.

[m00kfu]

Nothing is needed. I've talked to a few successful breeders who keep their balls in rooms with no light. The only time they turn the lights on is when they're in there working.

[rebel750]

It's no problem either way just seeing what others here do. I got my flexwatt, cords, and clips today so I can finish them and make the transition.